The circle of address data
The circle of address data : saving lives , probably every day Share Steve Taylor is the Head of Systems, Data & Information Governance at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service. Here he discusses the importance of addressing to the work of the fire service.
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In November, we reported on the real world impact being made by Custodians for Essex Fire & Rescue Service: The circle of address data : saving lives , probably every day .
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For the emergency services too, accurate geographic data is absolutely vital. A reminder of the great work that local authorities does in maintaining accurate addressing : "There is no doubt in my mind that accurate address data saves lives , probably every day ".
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